Athletes

I had always believed our kids would be good athletes, even before they were born. I know that expectations like that aren't always realized. In this case, it has proven to be true. After watching Paige run and swim this summer, there is no doubt she's an athlete. Braden always has a ball in his hand and wants to be in every game that is played - here he is playing catcher for the cousins baseball game in Idaho.
On Saturday Brock was 2 for 2 at the plate, hitting an inside the park home run and double. He had 3 RBI's and struck out one batter in an inning of work as a pitcher. There was no doubt that he is one of the best on the field, a realization which made me very proud.
Sidney had her first soccer game on Saturday. She scored 1 goal - taking the ball coast-to-coast fighting off two boys who were trying to take the ball from her. She was able to score the goal kicking the ball between the two boys and was visibly excited to score!

One thing is for sure, the younger kids have a decided advantage when it comes to playing sports. They have been able to watch their older siblings compete and know what to do when playing. Braden is patiently waiting his turn for formal competition.